Pre-press Graphic Designer
Location: US, CA, Oakland
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Graphic Design
Function: Art/Creative

Company profile:
Justipher Inc. is a company with two franchise concepts, FASTSIGNS® Oakland and Plato's Closet® Pleasanton (independently owned).We believe continuous education and sharing knowledge is key to thriving professionally and personally; and employee development has been the key to our success.#URL_8e17c6efc36e8010621e9fcd6c0000c2f2d4db52e0e8f273c0dd4d2990e0c06e##URL_a3977ef9eddcfd689e75d939303b83fdbfece00632908d202388ed29b071aaa7##URL_09907fc1cef42ce536964132d25f33acd5a7be4b4c62c42608e3b0efa05349d7#?ref=Yahoo#URL_a2adbf0b0fd5bd91510ab7c6ce06ccf24cc9484f975fa8a0318460b5e708cece#?page=all#URL_d5c769e65a06e558fe050403819ee8c3f285b099c6999526a7b6dad4877f0035##URL_c490284b33144258b577248d7c9413aa535facc625466b0c957983445ead43f8##URL_6360cc42e41c19f3abe3ee08c76bcb2b84257f5e8c7655dca5a54f9f5b710eba##URL_2968f8f9f487b52d32056c7ce0eedb6503e4381fea594355155b87d9bdc065fa#

Job description:
FASTSIGNS® is a visual communications company using innovative thinking and state-of-the-art technology to create and design graphic solutions for businesses large and small. With over 550 locations world-wide, FASTSIGNS® is the award-winning industry leader known for its broad visual communications expertise. Our exceptional suite of products and services, developed and delivered by our talented and knowledgeable teams, create comprehensive solutions to meet any business or marketing challenge.If you have the skills, abilities, and desire to join a world-class strategic provider of visual communications, then we encourage you to continue with this online job application.FASTSIGNS® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements:
We are now hiring a Pre-press Graphic Designer for this location. The FASTSIGNS® Center Pre-press Graphic Designer is responsible for checking for proper file set up from clients as well as creating computer generated files set up for appropriate output equipment. Our equipment includes the following:Epson GS6000 large format printerSeal laminatorMimaki vinyl plotterOce Arizona GT250 flatbed printerGerber Sabre 404 routerThe ideal candidate has previous pre-press print quality control and is highly organized, has sign or graphics industry experience, and a high school diploma or GED.Work on a state-of-the-art sign design computer station with large-format inkjet printer(s).  The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of both PC and MAC operating systems and will have experience with design software including:  Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Onyx.  Knowledge within other design programs such as InDesign, CorelDRAW, PhotoPaint, and Quark a plus.  Experience with plotters, solvent printing and sign production software such as Gerber, Flexi, Onyx Production House and Finecut is recommended; a graphics or commercial art background is recommended.Visit our website at:  #URL_7c8fd316869ab2a3a0946d21bcbca564ab699dca6a80c8f95879eabfda1c1025#Visit our facebook page:  #URL_8e17c6efc36e8010621e9fcd6c0000c2f2d4db52e0e8f273c0dd4d2990e0c06e#Follow us on twitter:  #URL_e6d478c912f01cddce6034e8f0577566a522d9c904880de6988c783193aea346#Responsiblities will include, but is not limited to:Prioritize each day to efficiently and cost-effectively schedule the workflowDetermine the best output method based on the customer’s needRead and interpret a Work Order; lay out and design signs according to written instructionsWork with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, select style and size of type, and arrange layout based upon available space, aesthetic design, and production requirementsPrepare comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisorAllocate appropriate amount of time to jobs based on the value of each job; track computer production rate per hourInspect jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printerCut vinyl so it can be easily weeded; process re-cuts and reprints as necessaryLogo maintenance and sourcing: scanning, editing, using the FASTSIGNS Digital Asset Library, etc.; convert graphic filesImage Sourcing: locate photos, understand copyright laws and release/usage requirements, knowledge of resources to buy stock images, work with service bureaus to create output beyond center capability, and understand resolution options and optimal enlargement specifications from image vendors and image originalsProvide proofs as necessary, using the FASTSIGNS online proofing system, for customer and prospect approvalPerform daily/weekly computer back-ups; archive files as necessaryPhysically maintain all equipment including computers, plotters and printers (water-soluble printers, thermal transfer printers, solvent ink printers, UV, etc.)Maintain accurate electronic and paper record of File Storage and Disks (logs, saving by invoice number, dating) as specified in the FII Operations Manual

Benefits:
Health Insurance401(k)Direct DepositPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation